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decommission / demolish / decontaminate
Method Statement
&
Risk Assessment
(RAMS)
PROJECT
The demolition and associated works of the former disused
Meggit site buildings
AT
Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems Limited, Holbrook Lane,
Coventry CV6 4AA
CONTRACT NUMBER: C9340
DOCUMENT REFERENCE: DEMO/9340/JM_1-1
VERSION: 1
DATE: 11 June 2013
CLIENT
MEGGIT SITE C9340 - V1
DEMOLITION AND ASSOCIATED WORKS - 11 JUNE 2013 2
DEMOLITION METHOD STATEMENT
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1. DOCUMENT STATUS
Document Version: 1
DOCUMENT AUTHORISATION
Author Estimator Approved
Name John Merchant Andrew Dolan Andrew Fletcher
Position Technical Systems Manager Estimating Manager Commercial Manager
Signature
Note: Electronic versions of this document do not contain signatures
DOCUMENT HISTORY
Review Date
Revision
Number
Page
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Comment / Amendments Initials
30 May 2013 1 Initial Issue JM

DISCLAIMER
This Method Statement is produced as part of the DSM Safe System of Works and is intended to be used as a guide only for the
Health & Safety of DSMs site operatives, visitors and adjacent occupiers of the site in question, so far as can be reasonably expected
with the actual knowledge and information available to DSM at the time of issue of this document. As such no reliance should be
placed (and DSM accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the consequences of such reliance) on this Method Statement by any
person in any contractual arrangement. This does not affect the statutory rights of any party contracting with DSM under general
health & safety law.
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2. SCOPE OF WORKS CHECK SHEET
WORKS SEGREGATION PRIOR TO WORKS:
DSM is responsible for ensuring the work area is suitably segregated. The Meggit site is a secure site with on
site security. DSM will work with the client representatives and security to ensure this is not compromised through
out the works. Timber hoarding will be installed to the front elevation of the site as agreed with the client. Heras
type fencing will be used to create a secure working area where no suitable fencing exists. The fencing shall be
braced or supported where necessary against unauthorised access and the effects of adverse weather conditions.
Warning signs will be displayed in pertinent positions leading up to the site and around the boundary of the site.
DSM Site Managers Signature .......................................... Date ............................
SERVICES:
Client responsible; Client is responsible for the disconnection, termination or diversion of all services on
site. Conrmation of service disconnection locations must be issued to the site manager prior to commencement
of the works. It is known that there is a LIVE water pumping structure and tanks along with a new routed water
pipes that will be present throughout the works. DSM are to protect from inadvertent damage.
WELFARE:
DSM responsible; DSM will arrange for suitable facilities for the works in line with CDM 2007 schedule 2.
ASBESTOS PRESENT:
Notiable: Present - DSM to remove as part of the works (Covered under separate method statement).
Non-Notiable: Present DSM to remove as part of the works (Covered under separate method statement).
DEMOLITION:
Floor slabs: Works to slab level only
Foundations: Works to slab level only
Arisings: Use suitable concrete and brick arisings as shoring to change of levels
Hard standings: Works to slab level only
FINISHES:
Fencing on completion: Remove DSM installed fencing
Ground on completion: Works to slab level only.
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CONTENTS
1. DOCUMENT STATUS 2
DOCUMENT AUTHORISATION 2
DOCUMENT HISTORY 2
2. SCOPE OF WORKS CHECK SHEET 3
WORKS SEGREGATION PRIOR TO WORKS: 3
SERVICES: 3
WELFARE: 3
ASBESTOS PRESENT: 3
DEMOLITION: 3
FINISHES: 3
3. METHOD STATEMENT DETAILS 6
OVERALL SCOPE OF WORK 6
CONTRACT TIMESCALE 6
PLANT EQUIPMENT 6
PERSONNEL 6
SERVICES 6
SITE SECURITY 6
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS 6
CONTINUAL LIAISON 7
SPLIT LINES, PROPPING, HAND RAILS AND WALL REDUCTION 7
SITE INDUCTIONS AND TRAINING 7
DSM FIRST-AID 7
COSHH 7
4. TASK SPECIFIC METHOD STATEMENTS 8
MS 01 - SITE SETUP 8
MS 02 - PLANT & EQUIPMENT DELIVERY 9
MS 03 - SOFT STRIP 10
MS 04 - REDUCTION OF CANOPY STRUCTURES AND SPLIT LINES 11
MS 05 - DEMOLITION OF THE FORMER STEEL FRAMED STRUCTURES 12
MS 06 - DEMOLITION OF THE BRICK BUILDINGS 14
MS 07 - TIMBER PICKING 16
5. DRAWINGS 17
DWG/9340/1/JM SITE LOCATION PLAN 17
DWG/9340/2/JM ILLUSTRATION OF A TYPICAL DROP ZONE 18
DWG/9340/3/JM MECHANICAL DEMOLITION 19
6. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 20
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7. MANUAL HANDLING ASSESSMENT 21
8. RISK ASSESSMENT 23
9. EMPLOYEE SIGN UP SHEET 29
10. EMPLOYEE COMMENTS 30
11. APPENDICES 31
APPENDIX A - DSM PROJECT CONTACTS 31
APPENDIX B - TOOL BOX TALKS (INDEX) 32
APPENDIX C - HOT WORK PERMIT (SAMPLE) 35
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3. METHOD STATEMENT DETAILS
OVERALL SCOPE OF WORK
The scope of works covered within this method statement
consists of the demolition and associated works within
the Meggit Site of the identied disused buildings.
Works include removal of;
Remove and disposal of all NNLW and non-
notiable asbestos containing materials
identied within the HSG264 R&D Asbestos
Survey.
Remove all xtures and ttings and soft strip
buildings
Demolition of all structures down to top of slab
level
Reduction to a suitable height of boundary
walls to maintain a secure site
Use of suitable machine pulverised material as
battered against newly created open edges.
Installation of propping/shoring to retained
walls that will form boundary walls.
Installation of hand rails to identied open
edges.
Removal of arisings created from the works
into recycling waste streams into suitable bins/
containers for removal off site.
As well as the Health & Safety Management System
developed by DSM Demolition, the drawings and
followings documents collectively make up the safe
system of work for this task;
Personal Protective Equipment Assessment
Manual Handing Assessment
Task Specic Risk Assessment
CONTRACT TIMESCALE
The contract timescale:
18 Weeks
Contract start date:
July 2013
PLANT EQUIPMENT
2 x D-Rig
(Hyundi 420 and 340 or equivalent
with advanced 360
0
rotating demolition
attachments including, Pulverising Jaws,
Hydraulic Breaker, Metal Shear and Grab
attachments)
1 x Bob cat skid steer loader
Oxy-propane cutting equipment
MEWP (Cherry picker type)
Mobile scaffold access tower
(Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and that
plant and equipment will be provided at a frequency to
deliver the works in a safe manner and in accordance
with the agreed programme of works
PERSONNEL
1 X Site Manager / Works Supervisor
2 X Machine Operator
4 X Demolition Operatives
(The frequency of the site based and non-site based
frequency dependant on operations and programme
demand)
SERVICES
Client is responsible for the disconnection, termination
or diversion of all services on site. Conrmation of
service disconnection locations must be issued to the
site manager prior to commencement of the works. It is
known that there is a LIVE water pumping structure and
tanks along with a new routed water pipes that will be
present throughout the works. DSM are to protect from
inadvertent damage. Works within close proximity to
the pump house, tanks and water pipes will be carefully
demolished by hand if required.
SITE SECURITY
DSM is responsible for ensuring the work area is suitably
segregated. The Meggit site is a secure site with on site
security. DSM will work with the client representatives
and security to ensure this is not compromised through
out the works. Timber hoarding will be installed to the
front elevation of the site as agreed with the client. Heras
type fencing will be used to create a secure working
area where no suitable fencing exists. The fencing
shall be braced or supported where necessary against
unauthorised access and the effects of adverse weather
conditions. Warning signs will be displayed in pertinent
positions leading up to the site and around the boundary
of the site.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
DSM Demolition Ltd will execute the works
sympathetically to the surrounding environment. During
the works a watching brief will be in place to ensure the
controls in place to control dust migration are suitable.
Demolition dust will typically be controlled by applying
water spray manually. Banksmen will be positioned as
required during works to ensure the controls in place
are suitable. As a precautionary measure works within
sensitive areas will be carried out with additional care
with banksmen communicating to the machine operator
using 2way radios when it is safe to start and stop.
CONTINUAL LIAISON
It is imperative that the site manager maintains liaison
with the clients representatives and professional team
including the Meggitt security on site. This is to enable
a free two way ow of information regarding the safe
and environmentally sound delivery of the project works,
by well informed personnel using health promoting risk
assessed methods. There are LIVE areas of the site and
other site users/occupiers of structures that will remain
LIVE throughout the works that may be disrupted by
the works. DSM will have close liaisons will the relevant
personnel to ensure minimum disruption from our works.
Suitable emergency exits will be maintain and discussed
through out the works. Will certain work being undertaken
out of normal working hours if required.
SPLIT LINES, PROPPING, HAND RAILS AND
WALL REDUCTION
There are two split lines that will be required as part of
these works to separate structures that are to be retained
and structures that are to be demolished. Split lines will
be created by operatives working from access equipment
in the form of a MEWP or mobile scaffold access towers.
All access equipment will be setup up and used as per
the manufacturers instructions. Reducing the structures
down in this manner will allow more control over released
material arisings than that capable by mechanical means.
The large machines on site will assist the works where
possible. Structural engineers will be consulted to
determine any propping/shoring required to any walls
that currently form part of the site boundary that will be
required to remain on or be reduced to an agreed safe
level. Any propping shoring will be installed as per the
structural engineers specication and recommendations.
As part of the works DSM will remove an element of
building (B6) with differing levels to the external of the
structure, this will create open edges. DSM will install
handrails along the fall edge as per the specication to
remove the open edge. Machine pulverised concrete
and brick arising will be used to remove the major ground
differentials within the building, this material will be used
to backll any voids/pits.
SITE INDUCTIONS AND TRAINING
All persons undertaking works on site will be suitably
trained and competent to carry out their task. All DSM
operatives to gain the CSCS approved CCDO Demolition
Card need to have undertaken both demolition activities
and asbestos awareness training. All persons required
to work on site will undertake full site inductions prior
to commencing any works. The site inductions will be
carried out by the site manager / supervisor and held
within the canteen area on site. Programmed Tool box
Talks, Safety Meetings and Briengs will be undertaken
and records to ensure all person involved with the
works continues their personal Continual Development
program encouraged by DSM.
DSM FIRST-AID
First aid assistance will be available from the DSM trained
rst-aiders on site. The rst-aiders will be indicated on
the rst aid posters, which will be located around the
welfare areas. The designated DSM rst-aiders for the
works will wear PPE with the rst aid emblem clearly
visible.
COSHH
Full sets of COSHH Assessments are held on site by
DSM Demolition Project Managers for all materials that
may be used during our works (sample in appendix).
Any new materials encountered will have a COSHH
Assessment undertaken as soon as practically possible.
Burning equipment if used will consist of liqueed oxygen
& propane gas, supplied in pressurised cylinders. The
storage of these will be in designated security fenced
areas or purpose designed security cages away from
welfare and ofce facilities. Fuel oil for plant will be stored
in double bunded tanks, their location will take into
account features such as drain systems. This will ensure
in the event of catastrophic failure released liquids will be
contained locally. Spill kits will be maintained in close
proximity to fuel storage and refuelling areas. COSHH
assessments are regularly checked to ensure they are
relevant to the operations being carried out. This takes
place at least once a year on release of the new EH40
standards (reassessed by HSE) or when operating
circumstances change.
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4. TASK SPECIFIC METHOD STATEMENTS
MS 01 - SITE SETUP
Scope: It is proposed that the site set up (welfare) will
be located within the hardstanding area to the right as
you enter the work area the gated access. The exact
location however will be determined by the site manager
and contracts director to optimise the work area and
reduce the need to relocation during the works.
1. Site facilities are delivered to site on a atbed
vehicle with hydraulic lift equipment. Certicates
for the lifting equipment and the operator shall be
available for inspection to ensure the equipment
is within its test period, suitable to carry out the
task and the operator is competent to carry out
the lifting operation. The contract lift lifting plan will
then be inspected to ensure compliance.
2. The cabin will be lifted into position by the vehicle
hydraulic lift equipment. Guide ropes may be tted
to the cabin to safely guide and direct the cabin
during the lifting and manoeuvring operations. At
no time will any operative stand directly underneath
the load as the lift is underway, a safe distance will
be maintained at all times. It should be noted that
facilities may be delivered to site on the rear of
hook wagons. The positioning of the cabins will
be so that maximum use of the space is made.
Safe access to the site facilities will be maintained
at all times.
3. The site facilities will themselves be segregated
by an inner fence line to reduce vehicular and
pedestrian interface.
4. The facilities to be installed are;
Site Managers Ofce
Canteen Facility
Toilets
Tool Lock up Cabin
5. All the required facilities will be connected to a
super silent generator.
6. Toilet facilities will be connected via trapped soil
pipe system into the existing foul drainage system
if available, otherwise the toilet facilities will be of
the self-contained type for which the septic tank
will be emptied on a weekly basis or more frequent
if required.
7. Potable water will be supplied to the facility, waste
water will be disposed of via trapped soil pipe
system into the existing foul water otherwise into
the septic tank.
8. The canteen will be furnished with sufcient seating
in-line with the number of operatives on site; a
means of heating water, this will be in two forms
rstly a secured Burco Boiler for making hot drinks
and secondly a hot water heater for washing hands
and cups etc.; a means of heating food, typically
this will be in the form of a microwave oven. All site
facilities will be kept in a clean, tidy and hygienic
condition i.e. cleaned daily.
9. Clear signage will be displayed identifying
emergency access routes within the building, this
plan will be updated as routes or situations change.
This will be undertaken by the site manager on a
daily basis or as required.
10. All deliveries of plant and large equipment will be
coordinated with all concerned. Where practicable
deliveries of such equipment will be arranged
for either early morning or late evening to avoid
disruption to local trafc.
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MS 02 - PLANT & EQUIPMENT DELIVERY
Scope: The delivery to site of the Plant and Waste
Containers for use during the works.
1. All plant and equipment that will be delivered to
site will be planned and notied in advance. The
predetermined and agreed access route will be
used. All drivers abiding by trafc and site rules
i.e. speed restrictions. Access to the demolition
works site will be controlled by banksmen.
HOLD POINT
2. Conrmation that a Banksman will be used to
control the delivery vehicles movements while
within the demolition site area. Including access
and egress into the site.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
3. The Banksman will direct the driver to the unloading
area/point within the site. Vehicle movement will
be under the control of a Banksman at all times.
Any plant on the vehicle will remained chained until
it arrives at the unloading point.
4. Once the vehicle has arrived at the unloading area
the plant / equipment will be unloaded from the
vehicle.
5. Under the direct control of the Banksman the
vehicle will then exit the demolition area and will
leave site using the nominated trafc route.
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MS 03 - SOFT STRIP
Scope: The full soft strip of the structures which includes
the removal of any rubbish left by the previous occupiers,
any xed items such as cupboards, doors, carpets and
oor coverings. Openings within the internal of the
structure will be utilised to remove the released arisings
into the exclusion zones.
HOLD POINT
1. Conrmation that prior to any works taking place,
the immediate area around the building will be
fenced off with Heras. Only a small exclusion
zone will be required as the works will be carried
out internally and carefully by hand. Warning signs
will be displayed in pertinent positions as required.
A Banksman will be positioned to control the
movement of people around the structure..
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
2. Conrmation that additional fencing has been
installed around the identied openings prior to soft
strip commencing creating suitable and sufcient
drop / exclusion zones for the soft-strip works.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
3. Access /Egress points within the structure will
be kept clear of any debris to avoid slip and trip
hazards. Access into these areas will be limited
and controlled by the working area supervisor.
4. Operatives wearing the appropriate P.P.E (see
P.P.E assessment) will strip the items (described
in the Scope) using hand held mechanical and
non-mechanical tools such as lever bars, sledge
hammers.
5. Glazing will not be removed during the soft strip
phase of the demolition. To reduce risks glazing
will be removed during the demolition of the
structure. This will be carried out by the Demolition
Rig (D-Rig) using its 360
0
rotating grab attachment
from a remote location.
6. The structure will have a safety exclusion zones
(Drop Zones) implemented around the identied
openings. This exclusion zone will be bound
with Heras type fencing with signage in pertinent
locations. Access into these areas will be
restricted and controlled by the DSM supervisor.
Materials will be deposited through the openings
into the exclusion/Drop zones. Larger items will be
reduced in size to as small as practically possible
to reduce manual handling.
7. As material piles build up within the external safety
exclusion zones these will be periodically removed.
This will be undertaken using a D-Rig tted with
grab attachment. On conrmation that works have
stopped the D-Rig will enter the exclusion zone
then using the 360
0
grab attachment the redundant
materials will be picked up and deposited into
suitable skips or containers. Once the area has
been cleared the D-Rig is moved out, The operator
will communicate to the supervisor and the area
will become active again.
8. This work will be repeated around the structures to
reduce the distance the redundant materials need
to be carried, therefore reducing manual handling.
9. Conrmation that the Soft-stripped structure has
been fenced off to ensure no inadvertent access
by authorised or unauthorised persons prior to
machine demolition.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
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MS 04 - REDUCTION OF CANOPY
STRUCTURES AND SPLIT LINES
Scope: There are 3 canopy structures on site to be
removed as part of these works. Two of the canopies
will create the required splitlines for the works. The
canopy structures including the split line canopys will be
deconstructed in a similar fashion. The large machine will
assist the works where possible with operatives working
from a MEWP to gain access to the works at height.
1. Operatives will gain access to the work area
from a MEWP. The MEWP will be setup up and
operated by competent trained person as per the
manufactures instructions.
2. Operatives will begin removing the cladding to the
structure. Various hand held tools will be used
including rip saw, oxy-propane cutting equipment,
lever/mattock bars etc.
3. Operatives will then begin removing any
intermediates to the working structural bay. A
structural bay is typically determined by the
structures main upright columns.
4. Using oxy-propane cutting equipment operatives
will create a hinge cut along the steel where the
roof was located. Working from the top of the I
beam steel in a downwards direction. Using this
methodology will allow operatives to work from a
safe distance during beam removal. The cutting
torch has a long reach can be used oxy-propane
cutting equipment.
5. Cut the beam from the top downwards will cause
the unsupported steel (opposite end) to naturally
lower under control. Once the end of the beam
reaches ground level (the machine will take hold
of the beam) the nal plate of the I beam will be
cut through releasing it from the structure. The
machine will load released sections into the waiting
bin/container for removal off site. Operatives will
remove the remainder of the beam as above in
piece meal fashion (bit by bit) leaving just a column
stub.
6. The column stubs will then be removed using oxy-
propane cutting equipment to cut them ush to
ground level.
7. All persons will be kept clear of the area and the
fencing will have suitable signage including falling
zone attached to them.
8. The low level brick work will then be broken out and
loaded into a suitable container/bin for removal off
site.
9. All the redundant materials created will be placed
within a suitable skip/container for removal off site.
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MS 05 - DEMOLITION OF THE FORMER
STEEL FRAMED STRUCTURES
Scope: This element of the demolition consists of
methodology for reducing the steel framed structures
down to slab level. For this element of the demolition the
structure will be divided into bays. These bays will be
determined by any load bearing element of the structure
i.e. columns.
1. Conrmation that the building has been
checked for unauthorised personnel prior to
the commencement of the demolition and that
the building will remain secure throughout the
demolition process.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
2. Conrmation that Banksmen are positioned to
advise of any situations which may give rise to
Health & Safety risks to plant operators, operatives
and passersby during the remote demolition.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
3. Conrmation its understood that buildings E7 and
F7 will require a form of shoring/propping. All
shoring to be as per the engineers specication.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
4. Conrmation its understood that an element of the
building will be required to be reduced carefully by
machine or where required by hand. This is within
close proximity to the retained pump house, tanks
and new water line.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
5. During the demolition works, traditional dust
controls will be implemented to eliminate / reduce
emissions. Knock down atomising sprays or water
bowsers will be used to keep areas damp for the
duration of the works, where required specic
water sprays will used on particular points.
6. The D-Rig will be located a suitable safe distance
from the structure for the commencement of the
works. The D-Rig using its reach will begin by
peeling any cladding from the structural elevation.
The cladding will be segregated for removal off
site. The cladding will be removed to expose the
steel framework.
7. Any blockwork inlls will be pulled into the
exclusion zone directly in front of the D-Rig, this
material will be periodically removed from the
work area and stockpiled. The roof frame will be
systematically sheared into sections in piecemeal
fashion (bit by bit). The released sections will be
guided/lowered down to ground level, if required
the sections will be further processed at ground
level into machine sized manageable elements for
ease of transportation off site.
8. The roof covering and framework will be
progressively removed with the reduction of the
structure i.e. remove side and roof cladding, shear
down roof framework, progressively reduce main
structural framework to the bay move to next
bay. Using the shears horizontally the D-Rig will
cut through the steel upright columns as close to
the base of the slab as practically possible. The
column held in the jaws of the D-Rig will then be
guided into the footprint for further processing for
ease of transportation.
9. The timber structure will be removed in the same
manner working from the top of the structure down
in piecemeal fashion (bit by bit).
10. The D-Rig will progressively reduce the main
element of the structure to ground level using
the methodology above a single structural bay at
a time, this will ensure maximum stability of the
structure.
11. Whilst the machine progressively reduces the
structure to ground level and has moved forward
into the former structures footprint operatives will
follow the works from a safe distance behind and
remove the column stubs. This will be down with
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the use of oxy-propane cutting equipment to cut
the stub as close to the oor slab as practically
possible.
12. Where practically possible materials will be
segregated by the D-Rig using its grab attachment
into waste streams for recycling.
13. All waste movements will have transfer notes,
copies of which will be retained on the site for
inclusion in the developing health & safety le.
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MS 06 - DEMOLITION OF THE BRICK
BUILDINGS
Scope: This element of the demolition consists of
methodology for reducing the brick buildings identied
on site. The buildings have a mixture of pitched and at
roofs of varying constructions. All works will be carried
out in compliance with BS 6187:2011 Code of practice
for full and partial demolition.
Note: The former social club has a basement,
at no time will the D-Rig track into the footprint
during the demolition as the structure has a
basement.
1. Conrmation that the building has been
checked for unauthorised personnel prior to
the commencement of the demolition and that
the building will remain secure throughout the
demolition process.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
2. Conrmation that Banksmen are positioned to
advise of any situations which may give rise to
Health & Safety risks to plant operators, operatives
and passersby during the remote demolition.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
3. During the demolition works, traditional dust
controls will be implemented to eliminate / reduce
emissions. Knock down atomising sprays or water
bowsers will be used to keep areas damp for the
duration of the works, where required specic
water sprays will used on particular points.
4. The D-Rig will be located a safe distance from the
structure for the commencement of the works.
The rst step will be to expose the roof structure.
5. The machine will break a hole into the building near
eaves level. The brick work will be pulled/guided
in courses from the structure into the exclusion
zone e directly in front of the machine. Removing
an element of the brickwork will expose the roof
structure.
6. For at concrete Roofs - The machine using the
pulveriser attachment the D-Rig will progressively
remove the roof slab. As the concrete is broken
up by the hydraulic jaws of the machine any
reinforcing rods will be exposed. These will be cut
by the cutting blades within the pulverising jaws
mechanism. The machine will continue to process
the slab in approximately 1m strips across the
width of the slab, working from the front to the
rear. The redundant materials will fall to the area
below which again will be cleared by the machine
as required.
7. For at timber Roofs - The D-Rig will peel any
covering from the roof. Any removed element will
be lifted from the structure to ground level. Once
at ground level the D-Rig will process the released
section into machine sized sections for ease of
loading into suitable bins/containers for removal off
site.
8. For pitched Roofs - The D-Rig will remove the
roof trusses, perlins and attached roof slates from
the structure systematically with the progressive
reduction of the walls, this will maximise the stability
of the structure.
9. Once the rst section has been removed, the
remainder of the structure will be reduced in
the same manner. Working from the top down,
progressively removing the roof element and the
associated walls to the structure systematically.
The walls will be reduced by the machine using
its attachment to pull the brickwork in course from
the structure into the exclusion zone in front of the
machine.
10. The machine will continue through the structure
a single structural bay at a time, working the
structure down in a top down manner in piecemeal
fashion (bit by bit) until the entire structure has
been reduced down to slab level.
11. The machine will be located a safe distance from
the identied basement. The D-Rig will use its
hydraulic breaker if required to break out the roof
basement. For a timber roof the machine will use
its grab attachment. The D-Rig using the hydraulic
hammer will then reduce down the basement walls
approximately 1m below top of slab level. The
lower basement slab will be punctured in strategic
locations to allow natural water run out. The
basement void will then be backlled with crush
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material generate on site.
12. The machine will be located a safe distance from
the basement void for undertaking these works.
The D-Rig using the hydraulic hammer will then
reduce and breakout the basement walls. The
oor slab of the basement will then be punctured
to allow normal drainage.
13. The basement void will be backlled with suitable
pulverised demolition arisings created from the
works.
14. All waste material arisings from the works will be
gathered and where practically possible segregated
into different waste streams.
15. The waste materials will be transported to the on
site tip.
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MS 07 - TIMBER PICKING
Scope: During the soft strip works where practically
possible timber such as doors and door frames will be
removed, however to minimise the risk of health & safety
being compromised oor boards and joists unless it is
essential to the works will not be removed. The demolition
will be undertaken using small to large demolition rigs
tted with various attachments. During the demolition
process the plant operator will endeavour to remove and
segregate the timber sections to a separate stock pile.
There may be a need to walk the area to remove the nal
fragments of timber before the materials are crushed.
1. Conrmation from the site manager that the
physical demolition works have been completed
and the structure is on the oor in a safe condition.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
2. Conrmation that all operatives have been briefed
on this task and risks associated with the work
element, and that the operatives have endorsed
the method statement in the appropriate section
with their signature.
DSM Site Manager
Signature ...............................................
Date ...............................................
3. Before the start and during this task the site
manager is to assess the weather conditions, as
heavy down falls of rain/ snow etc may introduce
additional risks from mud and slippery conditions,
for which the risks may be difcult to eliminate,
reduce or control.
4. Operatives must wear the site minimum Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) reference the PPE
Assessment attached.
5. The resulting arisings will be spread over an area
suitable to carry out the timber picking activity.
Initial the D-Rig using its attachment will remove
any large fragments of timber that are visible.
During this period no operatives will be allowed into
the working area as the risk of being struck by the
plant machinery would be greatly increased. Once
complete the machine will move out the area.
6. Operatives will then walk the area with good
visual awareness to the surrounding conditions
underfoot, whilst looking for fragments of timber.
Large sections found will be left in-situ and the
location marked, these timbers will be removed by
plant at a later stage once the area is clear. Any
timber fragments found will be stockpiled within
the area to allow the machine to gather once
operatives have completed their walk of the area.
7. Once the area has been cleared the machine will
move in to remove any remaining large items and
stockpiles.
Notes:
1. General housekeeping issues are to be addressed
on a daily basis, with a walk through of the site
being undertaken by the works manager; any
unsafe conditions or acts observed will be actioned
immediately.
2. All Hold Points must be signed off before work
commences.
3. The minimum site PPE requirements apply to these
tasks which are; safety helmets, safety footwear,
hi visibility garment (vest), gloves, glasses and half
face tted P3 ltered mask.
4. All PPE & RPE provided by DSM demolition limited
for this task must be worn at all times whilst
carrying out the task.
5. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain
the equipment. You must report any damaged,
worn, lost or defective items to your immediate
manager/supervisor who source a replacement
item before you carry out any further work tasks.
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5. DRAWINGS
DWG/9340/1/JM SITE LOCATION PLAN
BASEMENT IN THIS
BUILDING
UNDERGROUNDDUCTS/
CHAMBERS
PUMP HOUSE TO REMAIN,
TAKE CAUTION WHEN DEMOLISHING
BUILDINGB6 IN THIS AREA
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HERAS FENCE
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PRIMARY SUB-STATION
FEEDINGSITE
BUILDING TO BE DEMOLISHED
BUILDING TO BE RETAINED (LIVE)
CANOPY AREA TO BE REMOVED
SPLIT LINE
BOUNDARY WALL / PARTY WALL WORKS
TO BE CONFIRMED BY CLIENT
PHASE 1 DEMOLITION DIRECTION
PHASE 2 DEMOLITION DIRECTION
HERAS FENCING
ELECTRIC SUPPLY (LIVE)
ACCESS TO SITE
CLADDING AT HIGH
LEVEL TO BE REPLACED
HERAS FENCE
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DWG/9340/2/JM ILLUSTRATION OF A TYPICAL DROP ZONE
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DWG/9340/3/JM MECHANICAL DEMOLITION
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6. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
GENERAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Condition Yes No Comments
Does the task require great physical effort?
This operation requires some physical exertion but
operatives are given specic tasks set against age
and ability.
Are extremes of temperature likely to be
encountered?
Is potential oxygen deciency a factor?
Communication system required? (If yes,
specify type)
Communication is critical during the works.
Part of the Body
At
Risk?
Hazard PPE Selected BS/EN Standard
Whole Body Y
Being struck by moving plant and
machinery,
Hi Visibility vest EN 471
Head Y Bumping into overhead hazards Safety Helmet BS EN 397
Ears (Hearing) Y Breaking operations Ear Protection BS EN 352-3
Eyes Y Foreign objects in the eyes Safety Glasses EN 166 1F
Respiratory System N
Hands Y
Puncture wound from sharp
objects
Suitable gloves /
gauntlets for the task
BS-EN 140
Feet Y
Damage to feet from objects and
puncture wounds sharp objects.
Safety footwear with toe
& sole protection
BS-EN 345
GENERAL COMMENTS
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7. MANUAL HANDLING ASSESSMENT
A: ASSESSMENT (Answer the following questions)
1. Does the operation involve a signicant risk of injury? (Complete Section B)
2. If No the assessment need go no further.
3. If Yes, can the operation be avoided, mechanised or level of risk reduced?
4. If Yes, record steps in Sect. C & D and review
5. Has the risk of injury been eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level?
6. If Yes, the assessment is complete. If No, review activities to eliminate signicant risks relating to
Manual Handling Operations.
Y
N
Y
B: HAZARD CHECKLIST (Answer all questions YES or NO)
The Task - does it involve: Y/N Comments
Holding the load away from the trunk?
N
Loads can be reduced down in size and held close
to the body
Twisting the trunk? N
Poor posture i.e. stooping/stretching? N
Strenuous pushing or pulling?
Y
Operatives to make use of the tools supplied to
reduce pulling and pushing
Excessive lifting or lowering? Y Tool box talks will be given to all operatives
Repetitive handling?
Y
This operation is repetitive, regular breaks will be
taken.
Excessive carrying distances? N
The Load - is it:
Heavy?
N
Loads to be reduced down in size or handled by
multiple operatives
Bulky or unwieldy? N
Difcult to grasp? N
Unstable, or contents likely to shift? N
Potentially harmful e.g. Hot, sharp? N
The Working Environment - are there:
Constraints on posture? N
Uneven or unstable oors? N
Variations in oor levels/work surface? N
Extremes of temperature, humidity? N
Poor lighting conditions? N
Excessive noise levels or air movements? N
Individual Capabilities - does the job:
Require unusual capabilities i.e. strength? N
Require special information/training?
Y
Operatives are trained in good manual handling
techniques. Tool box talks given.
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B: HAZARD CHECKLIST (Answer all questions YES or NO)
The Task - does it involve: Y/N Comments
Involve handlers who are pregnant? N
7. Involve handlers with health problems?
N
Operatives are assessed against the tasks
Other Factors:- N
Are there any protective clothing or items being
worn that may increase the risk of injury from
Manual Handling Operations?
N
MANUAL HANDLING OPERATIONS ASSESSMENT
C. ASSESSMENT OF RISK AGAINST IDENTIFIED HAZARDS *Tick as necessary
Overall Risk of
Rating
Nil Low Medium
High
D. ADDITIONAL CONTROL MEASURES REQUIRED TO REDUCE THE RISK TO ALRP.
Tool box talks on slips, trips and falls to minimise the risk of injury during manual handling.
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8. RISK ASSESSMENT
Assessors Name: John Merchant Date of Assessment: 11 June 2013 Review Date October 2013
Hazard Risk Rating
Probability
The Hazard Risk Rating (R/R) is determined by taking into account the (P) probability of an incident/loss
occurring against the (S) severity of the outcome taking into account the amount of exposure. Each task
is assessed and a pre-controlled risk rating R/R is assigned for the Hazard/Risk. The R/R is then
reduced to an acceptable low level using the Control Measures and DSMs safe working practices.
Low=1 Unlikely to occur
Medium=2 Likely to occur
High=3 Very likely to occur
Severity
Low=4 Injury/Illness or environmental impact
Risk Rating (R/R) (P) Probability X Severity (S)
Medium=5 Major injury or environmental impact
High=6 Death or immobilising major injury If residual Risk Rating is;
<6 - Acceptable low risk
6-10 - High risk ensure safe system of work
11- 18 Very high - Unacceptable
Persons at Risk Affected Groups
A Operatives B Site Visitors C Members of the Public
Action By: (SM) Site Manger, (S) Supervisor, (Op) Operatives
Task/Hazard
Who and How
(Risk)
Risk Rating
Control Measures
Residual Risk Rating
Action
By? P S R/R P S R/R
Trafc Management (All) Vehicle
Impact injuries
2 6 12 Ensure Banksmen control all reversing vehicles and vehicles leaving site.
All vehicles leaving site should leave in forward gear only. All drivers of
vehicles are to abide by site specic rules pertaining to speed restriction
etc i.e. 5mph. On site pedestrians routes to be established particularly
at the site entrance and where plant and operatives interface. Where
practically possible all deliveries are to be notied in advance. Where
reasonably practicable all trafc movement off site (waste transfer, plant
delivery etc) to be limited to the quieter periods of the day i.e. avoiding
school and ofce start, dinner and nishing times.
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Task/Hazard
Who and How
(Risk)
Risk Rating
Control Measures
Action
By? P S R/R P S R/R
DUST (All) Inhalation
by operatives and
others
2 4 8 Ensure controls to eliminate or reduce dust emissions are in place as
noted on the safety plan or method statements. Use of knock down
atomising sprays, water bowsers to keep areas damp, specic water
sprays to particular points and sheeting of loads in transit should be
implemented.
1 4 4
(C) Nuisance
hazardous to
surrounding vicinity
& works
2 4 8 Check with residents or occupied premises that they are aware of
the operations and likelihood of risk. Ensure that sensitive areas are
adequately protected from the works. Internal chutes within the structure
will be used thus preventing dust migration.
Carry out environmental monitoring during loading and demolition works.
Ensure all measures in place are effective. Where this may prove to be
inadequate, further measures should be carried out to improve the control
and effectiveness of the dust reduction process.
1 4 4
(A) Damage to
Eyes
2 4 8 Ensure goggles and suitable dust masks are worn as per the attached
PPE Assessment. Ensure controls are suitable and sufcient to control
airborne particulars.
1 4 4
Soft Stripping: Cuts, Grazes &
Abrasions
2 5 10 Ensure operatives are aware of the hazards that may be present when
handling abandoned waste in particular foot penetration etc. Ensure
correct PPE as per the attached PPE assessment are worn at all times.
1 4 4
Contact with Toxic
Materials
2 5 10 Issue operatives with and ensure they wear appropriate PPE together with
instructions to wash before eating, drinking or smoking.
1 5 5
Slips, Trips and
Falls
2 5 10 Ensure a safe system of work is in place and is explained to all operatives.
Employ good housekeeping, Safe clear access routes to be identied
within and around the structure, these areas must be checked on a
regular basis and any hazards identied must be rectied promptly. End
of shift ensure all tools etc are removed.
1 4 4
Foot Penetration
injuries
2 4 8 Ensure correct PPE as per attached PPE assessment. Good
housekeeping. Footwear must have mid sole protection and toe
protection
1 4 4
Contact with LIVE
services
2 5 10 The client has arranged for the services to be disconnections. DSM is
to receive drawing of service disconnection locations to enable the site
manager to pass this information on to operatives on site.
1 4 4
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Task/Hazard
Who and How
(Risk)
Risk Rating
Control Measures
Action
By? P S R/R P S R/R
(Operatives) Fire /
trapping
2 6 12 Soft strip materials are not to be stored on site and are to be removed
as early as possible from the work area. Ensure there is re ghting
equipment in suitable location within the escape route (ensure these are
not trip hazards in an emergency evacuation.
On-site emergencies (All) raising the
alarm, Miss-
communication
2 5 10 DSM site manager / supervisor is to communicate and develop the
emergency plan and ensure the instructions are communicated to all
parties.
1 5 5
Mechanical
Demolition
Noise & Vibration -
Nuisance
1 4 8 The operations of the plant equipment is not noisy however noise
readings at the rear of the equipment can start to near the action limit of
80dB(A), this should not be an issue as no persons should be within close
proximity to the plant equipment other than the operator. Plant operators
will wear appropriate hearing protection.
1 4 4
Premature collapse
of part or all of
structure, Floor
overloading
1 6 6 Site supervisor and machine operator to carry out walk around survey.
Ask advice if not sure of building and or structures construction. Ensure
through good supervision that the work is being carried out according to
the method statement.
1 4 4
Collapse of
retained walls
3 6 12 Walls of structures that are to be retained as site boundary walls are to
be inspected prior to demolition work to the structure by a competent
structural engineer. Any structural engineers recommendations and
propping/shoring designs are to be followed.
1 5 5
Creation of open
edges
2 6 12 Within the structure are signicant ground differential and pits. Where
required to road side etc handrails will be installed. Pits are to be
backlled with all other potential falls not protected battered back with
suitable machine pulverised concrete and masonry material arisings.
1 6 6
Damage/Contact
with retained
elements
3 5 15 Elements of the structure that require demolition that are within close
proximity to retained or sensitive areas are to be fenced out to ensure they
are not inadvertent damaged. Where the structure is too close to enable
fencing to be installed the next protocol is to protect the element with
plywood sheeting or similar, then carefully and under control demolish the
structure mechanically. If further control is required then the structure is to
be reduced by hand will plywood or similar protection installed.
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Task/Hazard
Who and How
(Risk)
Risk Rating
Control Measures
Action
By? P S R/R P S R/R
Debris falling onto
machine operator
2 4 8 Ensure that the machine is large enough to carry out the work at arm's
length, or that the machine is able to reach the structure safely. Banks-
men will use two-way radios to keep in constant communication with
the plant operator during the demolition phase. Machines have highly
reinforced cabs.
1 4 4
Debris falling onto
others adjacent
to the site and
operatives on
site Head & foot
injuries
2 5 10 Ensure the physical barriers to prohibit unauthorised persons into
the working area are effective. Ensure the warning signs posted are
clearly visible. Banks-men will use two-way radios to keep in constant
communication with the plant operator during the demolition phase.
1 5 5
Falls into voids
including
basements and
pits
2 6 12 The machine operator and site manager are to fully investigate the extend
of the basements and pits prior to demolition of the structure. At no time
must the machine be allowed to track on to the oor slab directly above
the known voids. The machine is to carry out the works at arms length
utilising the reach of the machine to carry out the works.
1 6 6
Changing of Quick
Hitch Attachments
Operatives working
within area
2 6 12 Ensure a dedicated and segregated area is allocated for changing of
machine attachments. Ensure the machine operator is fully trained
in the use of the quick hitch system on the machine. Where a semi
automatic or manual QH system is used ensure the safety pin is in place
before using the machine. Ensure the site supervisor is aware of his
responsibility to ensure that all machines operating on his site have the
safety pins in place through regular inspections.
1 6 6
Manual handling
Injury
2 5 10 Do not overload bags or lift heavy objects etc, seek help at all times. Use
lifting aids where possible. Ensure the oor area is not wet as per Slips,
trips and falls.
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Task/Hazard
Who and How
(Risk)
Risk Rating
Control Measures
Action
By? P S R/R P S R/R
Oxy / Propane Cutting Burns to
operatives,
Operatives clothing
catching re
2 5 10 Ensure hot work permit system is implemented and signed off at the end
of the works. Ensure re ghting equipment is on hand during all cutting
works. Ensure that all cutting operatives are competent in their task
and have had sufcient information, instruction, training & supervision.
Fire extinguishing medium to be present at all Hot Work Locations (Fire
Extinguishers). Ensure permit is signed off. Cold cutting should be
employed as an alternative, wherever practicable. PPE to be used as per
the attached PPE assessment.
1 5 5
Bottles exploding 2 6 12 All cutting equipment i.e. guns, bottles to be tted with correct safety
valves and ash back arrestors. All full and empty gas bottles to be
stored in a safe area, preferably within a secure compound. Propane
to be separated from oxygen by a minimum of 3 metres. No storage of
bottles within the immediate boundary of any site.
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This Risk Assessment task sheet has been deliberately left blank, this is to allow the Project Manager to record any additional Hazards/Risks identied during the works and
thus implement control measures to control the associated risks.
Task/Hazard
Who and How
(Risk)
Risk Rating
Control Measures
Action By?
P S R/R P S R/R
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9. EMPLOYEE SIGN UP SHEET
The employees detailed below have signed to conrm that they: -
Have received a brieng from their Project Manager on the hazards involved with their undertaking.
Understand the requirements of this Method Statement and the associated Risk Assessments.
Shall work to the requirements of the method statement and control measures identied by the Risk Assessment.
Will notify their Project Manager, should there be any abnormalities or areas of concern regarding the works.
Shall advise the Project Manager of any current medical condition which may give rise to health risks whilst
undertaking the task
Name Signature Date Name Signature Date
I conrm acceptance of the method of work and understanding of the Risk Assessments and controls to be applied.
Site Managers Signature: Date:
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10. EMPLOYEE COMMENTS
Employees can use this sheet to comment on the development of this method statement, this sheet can also be to
comment on the works as it progress. Employees can sign or leave their comments anonymous.
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11. APPENDICES
APPENDIX A - DSM PROJECT CONTACTS
Project Manager T. B. A
Director of Health & Safety Robin Powell 07774 941 083
24Hr Contracts Director John Kelly 07774 296 491
24Hr Operations Director Des Kelly 07774 941 081
Contract Manager Billy Young 07795 638 058
Commercial Manager Andy Fletcher 07818 403 441
Quantity Surveyor Louis Walker 07876 250 492
Environmental Manager Rob Cooke 07795 267 961
Project Coordination Manager - Tim Coppin 07741 305 821
Systems Technical Manager (H&S) John Merchant 07920 549 699
For emergency procedures and details of rst aiders etc please see project Emergency Plan
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APPENDIX B - TOOL BOX TALKS (INDEX)
001 - Abrasive Wheels
002 - Accident Prevention
003 - Acrow Props
004 - Advice to Supervisors
005 - Alcohol and Drugs
006 - Asbestos Cement Sheets
007 - Backll to Structures
008 - Banking Vehicles
009 - Breakers
010 - Buried Services
011 - Cherry Picker
012 - Concrete Breakers
013 - Concrete Burns
014 - Concrete Pour
015 - Concrete Pumps
016 - Concrete Set Up
017 - Conned Spaces
018 - Control Of Waste
019 - CoSHH Symbols
020 - CoSHH
021 - Demolition
022 - Dermatitis
023 - Dumper Drivers
024 - Dust and Fumes
025 - Electric Services
026 - Electric Tools
027 - Electricity A to Z
028 - Electricity General
029 - Employee Advice
030 - Employee Duties
031 - Environment
032 - Excavations
033 - Eyes Protection 1
034 - Eyes Protection 2
035 - Fire Precautions + Extinguishers
036 - Flammable Liquids
037 - Forklift Operators 1
038 - Forklift Operators 2
039 - Gas Cylinders Gen
040 - Gas Services
041 - Hand Arm Vibration (Havs)
042 - Hand Protection
043 - Hand Tools
044 - Harnesses and Lanyards
045 - HAV Toolbox Talk
046 - HD Elec Breaker
047 - Head Protection
048 - Hearing Protection
049 - Holes and Openings
050 - Hooks + Eyebolts
051 - House Keeping
052 - Illegal Substances Drugs
053 - Ladders
054 - Look After Your Back
055 - Manual Hand
056 - Manual Handling
057 - Mats - Mobile Access Tower Scaffolds
058 - MEWPS - Cherry Pickers
059 - MEWPS - Scissor Lifts
060 - Mobile Crane Reminders
061 - Near Miss
062 - New Starts
063 - Noise - for Site Staff
064 - Noise
065 - Openings and Edges
066 - Overhead Cables
067 - Painting + CoSHH
068 - Permit to Work
069 - Piling
070 - Portable Electric Tools
071 - Portable Hand Held Power Saws
072 - PPE Q&A
073 - Pressure Washers
074 - Psittacosis
075 - Responsibilities
076 - Road Formation
077 - Roofwork
078 - Safe Stacking
079 - Scaffolding 1
080 - Scaffolding 2
081 - Shackles
082 - Shafts
083 - Skin Protection
084 - Slinger - Signallers
085 - Slings
086 - Slips Trips Falls
087 - Solvents
088 - Stanley Knives
089 - Steelxers
090 - Step Ladders
091 - Tetanus
092 - Tirfors
093 - Trafc Management
094 - Underground Services
095 - Unsafe Conds
096 - Vertical Concrete Trafc Barriers
097 - Water Services
098 - Weils Disease
099 - Welding Precautions
100 - Windy Conditions
101 - Winter Conditions
102 - Work At Heights
103 - Work Near Mobile Plant
104 - Work Near to Water
105 - Working Attitudes
106 - Working Close to A Crane
107 - Working Clothes
108 - Working Cold Weather
109 - Working Habits
110 - Working Hot Weather
111 - Working With Compressed Air Tools
112 - Needlestick Injuries
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TOOL BOX TALK NO1
Use of Abrasive Wheels
The most common areas of work where we come into
contact with abrasive wheels is the cutting of reinforcement
bar and bolts, chasing or nishing concrete. For cutting
we usually use either 100mm or 225mm electric grinder
or a 300mm petrol grinder. Precautions against injury to
yourself and others must be undertaken.
No person may change an abrasive cutting
wheel unless trained, has a certicate and has
been authorised to do so in the Site File.
Make sure you have the right type disc for the
material to be cut.
Always wear PPE, goggles, ear defenders,
boots and gloves.
Inform people around you that you are about to
start cutting.
Check condition of grinder, if it has no guard,
a damaged disk, damaged cable / plug -
do not use, return to store man for repair or
replacement.
Never use the side of the wheel as this will
weaken the disk and cause shattering.
Do not put heavy pressure on a wheel when
cutting.
Do not put the grinder down to stop the blade,
let it stop on its own accord.
Do not grind or cut close to ammable or
combustible materials. Where this cannot be
done, a solid barrier of ply should be installed
to stop the sparks.
Fire Check: After using a grinder check that there
is no possibility of a re starting / smouldering
nearby, and re check one hour afterwards.
Advise your Supervisor that it is all clear.
Restrain disc cutters in the backs of vans to
prevent damage to the disc
Dont try and t worn 300mm blades on a
225mm grinder the speeds dont match
The spindle speed must always be slower than
the disc speed. Check both. If there is no speed
marked on the machine tell your supervisor.
Replace the blade when it gets worn down to
225mm diameter, the edge is going slower so
cutting takes longer. Blades are cheap, men are
not.
Re fuelling with properly mixed 2-stroke petrol,
should be done by the store man who will also
renew the blades. When refuelling ensure that
no source of ignition is present. Keep spillage
away from drainage systems.
Consider other cutters. Electric is quieter and air driven
cutters (windy wheels) are handy if a compressor is
already on site.
Ask yourself why are you cutting the item in the rst
place, why wasnt it delivered the right length?
Do you have any questions for me?
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TOOL BOX TALK NO2
Accident Prevention
The Construction industry employs approx 6% of the UK
workforce, but accounts for 30% of all fatalities. Dont
become the next statistic.
CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS
1. People not thinking about what they are doing.
2. People not following instructions
3. People not following training theyve been given
4. Unsafe manual handling, loading, stacking and
storing.
5. Overloading of working places, scaffolding, hoists
etc.
6. Incorrect use of plant and machinery
7. Use of faulty equipment with improvised repairs.
8. Illegal removal of guards and barriers.
9. Failure to use protective safety equipment.
10. Ignoring safety signals, signs and warning devices.
THE COST OF ACCIDENTS TO YOU
11. Pain, suffering and continuing disability.
12. Loss of earnings and extra expense due to disability
13. Incapacity for the job and your leisure activities.
14. Unable to support family and possible family break-
up.
To avoid accidents:
1. Dont remove guards from machines.
2. Dont handle substances without knowing the
hazards
3. Dont use machines if not trained and follow
instructions.
4. Always comply with safe working practices.
5. Wear and use PPE correctly, dont abuse it.
6. Dont direct compressed air at yourself or others,
it kills.
7. Never mess around while working.
8. Never use defective equipment or machinery.
9. Help to keep the workplace clean and tidy.
10. Wash and dry hands to remove substances from
skin.
11. Report unsafe conditions to your Supervisor.
12. Use correct tools and equipment for the job.
13. Obey all safety rules and signs.
14. Dont leave tools lying about where they can fall.
Q. What is a cause of accidents regarding plant?
If you saw an unsafe condition what would you do?
What could the cost of an accident be to you?
Before using substances what must you nd out?
Why shouldnt you mess around on site?
Q. What is a cause of accidents in working places?
How could an accident to you affect your family?
Q. Why shouldnt you remove guards from machinery?
Do you have any questions for me?
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APPENDIX C - HOT WORK PERMIT (SAMPLE)
Hot Works Permit
Permit Number
Contract Number Contract Name
This permit is applicable to all operations that involve flames, sparks, hot air, welding and
cutting equipment, blow lamps, bitumen boilers or any other equipment that have the potential
to cause an ignition source.
Section One
Location of Works
Details of Works
Date Work Commencement Time
Date Work Completion Time
Special Precautions / Comments
Section Two
All areas liable to be affected by this hot work activity must have been inspected prior to the
start of the works to ensure all combustible materials, liquids, gases, vapours etc have been
removed to at least 6 metres from the proposed work area or suitably protected by over lapping
sheets or screens of non combustible material.
Appropriate fire extinguishers (2nr fully charged) or a hose connected to a fire hydrant with
control at the nozzle is to be ready for use and must be close to hand during the work activity.
The site manager or work area supervisor will be made responsible for fire safety on site and
that reasonable precautions are taken.
Continuous fire safety checks must be made within a 6 metre radius of the works (including the
other sides of walls and upper and lower floors) for a period of one hour after the completion of
each work period.
Details of the emergency procedure / plan are to be communicated to all the workers involved in
this activity.
I hereby declare the above has been made known to the competent person in charge of the
work. I consider the above mentioned area is safe for the operations to be undertaken.
This permit must be kept in the vicinity of the works whilst they are in progress. On completion
of the works it must be returned to the site office and signed off.
Issuer Name Signed Date
Accepter Name Signed
Section Three
I herby declare this permit is closed / cancelled (delete as necessary). The area has been
inspected and is free from fire
Issuer Name Signed Date
Accepter Name Signed
F315-5
Contact Us:
Arden House, Arden Road, Heartlands, Birmingham B8 1DE.
Tel: 0121 322 2225 Fax: 0121 322 2227
Email: info@dsmgroup.info
www.dsmgroup.info

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